CO Black Bear Unit 85

CO 85 — Tactical Analysis. Terrain & Access CO 85 spans 5,988–13,560 feet across 751,836 acres of steep, high-elevation terrain across the southern Colorado mountains. Only 18% of the unit is public land—a significant constraint for DIY hunters. The remaining 82% private acreage means access depends on landowner permission or outfitter relationships. Elevation variation supports both lower-country and alpine habitat, but steep grades and sparse public-land distribution make route-finding and stand placement challenging for unguided hunters. Plan extended scouting time or establish private-land partnerships well before the season. Trophy Potential The counties overlapping CO 85 hold a..